Early Childhood Educator

2 weeks ago


Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Bright Horizons Full time

Envision your career as an educator within a premier organization where you positively impact children's lives every day. Picture gaining insights from industry specialists and having the chance to pursue your college education at no cost. All of this is possible as a Bright Horizons Early Childhood Educator.

We currently have full-time and part-time positions available for working with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.

Benefits of a Career with Bright Horizons:

  • Conveniently located with easy access to major highways
  • Compensation Range: $22.60 per hour
  • Flexible work schedules
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan
  • Paid time off
  • Referral bonuses
  • Opportunities for professional growth and complimentary college degrees through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program
*Benefits may vary based on employment status

As an Early Childhood Educator, your responsibilities will include:
  • Designing and facilitating activities tailored to the interests and developmental needs of children.
  • Engaging in daily communication with parents, documenting and sharing significant milestones in their child's day.
  • Maintaining a safe and clean classroom environment by adhering to established procedures and guidelines.
Qualifications:

Applicants must successfully complete the necessary state and company background checks and meet the minimum educational and experiential requirements:
  • Must fulfill state qualifications to be Teacher Qualified in the State of IL:
  • 1) 60 semester hours (or 90 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited institution, including six semester hours or nine quarter hours in courses directly related to child care and/or development from birth to age 6,
  • OR
  • 1 year (1560 clock hours) of experience in child development in a nursery school, kindergarten, or licensed daycare center AND 30 semester hours (or 45 quarter hours) of credits from an accredited institution with 6 semester or 9 quarter hours in courses related directly to childcare and/or child development from birth to age 6,
  • OR
  • Completion of credential programs approved by the Department in accordance with Appendix G, also known as CDA.
Explore your passion for early childhood education; pursue your purpose as an educator, and discover the numerous opportunities a career with Bright Horizons can offer in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our employees are the foundation of our organization. We are dedicated to supporting our staff just as much as we are committed to the children and families we serve. Our collaborative work environments are designed to foster career growth and support personal well-being. Here, you will find traditional benefits (health insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and flexible spending), educational assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and much more.

Bright Horizons is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals without discrimination, adhering to all applicable laws and regulations.

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